2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1332 kg more than 2007 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | TT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
